QUOTESCharlie Bartlett - It’s the…prescription for what ails you: loads of laughs!
Be Kind Rewind - Hilariously spoofs the movies we love and gets big laughs all the way. It’s as if Bill Murray and Dan Aykroyd morphed into Beavis and Butt-Head. You’ve got to see it to believe it.
Drillbit Taylor - Big laughs with a lot of heart.
Fugitive Pieces - A remarkably accomplished and moving film. An unforgettable experience you don’t want to miss.
Surfwise - Fascinating! A unique tale turned into a terrific film. This remarkable turned into a terrific film. This remarkable portrait of a most unusual man resonates strongly and tells a whopper of a story!
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian - A triumphant return to Narnia! It’s magical and fun. Perfect for all ages.
Before the Rains - Ravishing and breathtakingly beautiful!
War, Inc. - Really funny…with great dialogue and actors to make it sing. Reminded me of the kind of filmmaking Billy Wilder, Stanley Kubrick have done in the past. Recalls movies Dr. Strangelove and Wag the Dog. I love this kind of cynical, acerbic moviemaking and seeing it reminds me just how much this kind of thing is missing today.
Kung Fu Panda - An animation triumph! Thrilling, funny, charming and inspiring.
When Did You Last See Your Father? - A movie every father and son should be required to see together. Jim Broadbent’s towering performance should be remembered at awards time. Colin Firth is perfect.
The Incredible Hulk - Mega-tons of fun. This super-powered summer movie adrenaline blast will have you leaping out of your seat. This time the Hulk really IS incredible.
WALL-E - Hilarious
Wanted - The most visually inventive, trailblazing film of its kind in light years. The heart-stopping, extreme summer action movie of your dreams.
Diminished Capacity - This is the sleeper surprise discovery of the summer. Smart, witty and genuinely human comedy…The entire cast is wonderful. (Actual Grammar - NY Times 07/06/08)
Journey to the Center of the Earth - This Journey is a roller-coaster ride – Hang on for a great time at the movies!
Mamma Mia - An absolutely hilarious, rousing and joyous celebration that will have you dancing in the aisles and smiling for days. What a movie! A guaranteed cure for the summertime blues. You’ll want to line up and see it again the minute it ends.
Swing Vote - Swing Vote is a landslide comedy winner. It's smart, witty and a non-stop laugh machine. Kevin Costner is pitch-perfect in the one movie that is so inspiring you'll stand up and cheer.
Bottle Shock - You are going to love this movie! One of the year’s most entertaining films, like the discovery of another Sideways or Little Miss Sunshine, just as unexpected and just as good. A pure delight!
Fly Me To The Moon - Fly Me to the Moon soars, taking the 3D experience to brand new heights.
The Longshots - The Longshots scores! A big winner for the whole family. Ice Cube is at the top of his game.
Hamlet 2 - Fills the theatre with laughs! Amy Poehler’s a riot! Catherine Keener is perfection.
Traitor - A relentless suspense thriller with a jaw-dropping twist that will leave you on the edge of your seat. This year’s Bourne Ultimatum.
Everybody Wants to Be Italian - A real charmer! In the tradition of My Big Fat Greek Wedding. (for Back Stage)
Burn After Reading - Insanely funny! The Coen Brothers have done it again. The dream cast is to die for. George Clooney and Brad Pitt get big laughs. John Malkovich is outrageous. A delightful, devilish and delightfully funny movie.
The Women - Gorgeously entertaining! Tops Sex and the City in every way. Hilarious flat-out fun…see it!
Appaloosa - A masterful triumph! Ed Harris and Viggo Mortensen are a dynamite screen pairing. A classic in the spirit of Unforgiven.
Lakeview Terracem - Lakeview Terrace burns up the screen…The incomparable Samuel L. Jackson is riveting to watch!
Igor - Igor is monstrously funny and clever…genuine fun for the whole family.
The Duchess - A role of a lifetime for Keira Knightley. She gests to be funny, strong, gorgeous – and ultimately a woman of power and dignity.
Miracle at St. Anna - Exciting and powerful. The entire cast is superb.
Flash of Genius - A remarkable and inspiring true story about a man with unbelievable grit, determination and heart. You'll be rooting for him all the way.
How To Lose Friends and Alienate People - Smart & entertaining…It will have you laughing from start to finish.
W. - Hits the bullseye…One of Oliver Stone’s best. The stuff Oscar nominations are made of.
What Just Happened? - The adult comedy surprise of the year. Smart and riotously funny with DeNiro’s best screen work in years.
High School Musical 3 - The biggest and best of the series. Sensational! Pure entertainment from start to finish.
I’ve Loved You So Long - Brilliant! The must-see movie of 2008. Kristin Scott Thomas’ moving and luminous performance has raw power that almost indescribable. This transcends acting. It’s life.
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa - Ben Stiller is a riot. Chris Rock is in top form. Sasha Baron Cohen steals the show.
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - An unforgettable motion picture experience. Powerful and moving beyond words.
Bolt - Awesome! Hilarious! More laughs, excitement and heart than any other comedy this year. The perfect holiday film.
Nobel Son - Outrageously entertaining. An insanely clever thriller. Nobel takes the prize.
Frost/Nixon - Brilliant, funny, complicated and fascinating! Frank Langella as Nixon and Michael Sheen as David Frost are equally superb.
The Tale of Despereaux - A timeless classic that ranks with the very best of animated films.
Yes Man - The comedy you don’t want to miss this holiday season.
Seven Pounds - A gift for moviegoers, the year’s most unexpected and profoundly moving love story.
Nothing But the Truth - A nerve-rattling political thriller.
Valkyrie - Pulse-pounding. Heart-racing excitement from start to finish. Hands down the best suspense thriller of the year.
Last Chance Harvey - A wonderful film that will touch your heart and lift your spirits.
Defiance - Daniel Craig gives the performance of his career.

Criticwatch Reader Mark did - in response to what Hammond said about Dark Water.

Peter,
C'mon..."Even Hitchcock could not have done better"?
Go watch Dark Water again (assuming you watched it the
first time). Now, find a mirror and TRY to look
yourself in the eye. Peter Hammond: Now there's a guy
who shaves with the lights off.

Dude, you've got some HUGE grapes...I'm sure Hitch is
turning in his grave.

Now, maybe you have a friend named Hitchcock and
that's who you're referring to. But if you're talking
about THE Alfred Hitchcock, you've either not seen any
of his movies, you know nothing about the craft of
movie making or you're smoking a hell of a lot of
crack.

Anyway, Alfred Hitchcock probably made better turds
than Dark Water. While I've never seen a Hitchcock
turd, I'm sure they had more in the way of plot,
character development and suspense than Dark Water.

By the way, when I googled your name, "quote whore"
came up. Hmmm...I wonder why?

Travers has long been the Rolling Stone film critic, but wasn't always a shill. For a long time he was a respected writer, but over he last few years it's become more and more clear that he's just out to get Rolling Stone some free publicity. Just like sports bonuses for achievement. Think about it.

Hollywood Elsewhere 2/4/03 (Movie Poop Shoot)"Does Peter Travers win the flat-footed medal for all eternity? Has he ever written a negative review, or even a mildly critic one? Have you ever seen an ad for the worst movie ever? It'll have a rave from ROLLING STONE, dollars to donuts. I just assume if he likes it and the rest of the quotes are from some AM radio guy in Tulsa, that the movie sucks." – Post-Production Polly

"Peter Travers is a wash as a critic now, and probably for all time. Any time his name is within 4 font-size points of the film title, blink and move on." – Los Angeles-based indie filmmaker

QUOTES4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days - ****! A masterwork. Grips you in a vice of suspense…A slice of celluloid dynamite!
Vince Vaughn’s Wild West Comedy Show - A rowdy, ramshackle funfest!
In Bruges - Get ready to have the rug pulled out from under you!
Charlie Bartlett - Charlie Bartlett is…a winner!
George A. Romero’s Diary of the Dead - I’m giving top props to George A. Romero’s Diary of the Dead! It’s hardly an accident that Stephen King, Quentin Tarantino, Guillermo del Toro, Simon Pegg and Wes Craven recognize Romero as a master. He is.
Stop-Loss - ***1/2 Stop-Loss is the first major movie of the year that touches greatness. Directed with ferocity and feeling by Kimberly Pierce, the emotional battlefield strikes a universal chord that transcends politics and preaching; it's raw and riveting. The film takes us inside the minds and hearts of soldiers and is a powder keg with no agenda except the human one. It’s the real deal.
21 - Odds are you’re going to like this lively spin on the true story of six MIT mathletes who broke the Vegas Bank. It’s a kick to watch Kevin Spacey and a gifted young cast use smarts to deal audiences a winning hand.
Shine a Light - ***1/2 Explosive! Full-out, in-your-face rock & roll. A master director shining his light on the best rock band on the planet. It’s a you-are-there spellbinder.
Leatherheads - Clooney throws us a rowdy party of a movie.
The Visitor - Jenkins delivers a master class in acting. The Visitor is a heartfelt human drama that sneaks up and floors you. Oscar take note.
Forgetting Sarah Marshall - Hot and hilarious. It's rip-roaringly fun and surprisingly touching.
Then She Found Me - A beauty of a movie. Hilarious! Heartfelt and achingly true. This is award-caliber acting. Midler is a wow and then some. Her performance here is one of her very best.
Redbelt - David Mamet is on his game, and that is a sight to see. At the center of this quiet storm of a movie, Chiwetel Ejiofor confirms his status as one of the best actors anywhere.
Iron Man - Spectacular…Iron Man kicks off summer on a blazing high note and practically dares the competition to measure up. It’s been years since a movie superhero was this fierce and this funny. You can feel the exhilaration.
Speed Racer - Visually the movie is a powerhouse.
Savage Grace - Savagely moving. Just watch and hold your jaw up with both hands. Julianne Moore's tour de force performance is unforgettable.
Sex and the City - Snap out of it, guys, you just might learn something. Sarah Jessica Parker is funny, touching and vital.
Get Smart - Steve Carell and Anne Hathaway spark off of each other. There is something delicious about Anne Hathaway.
Wanted - I love it. Sexy, built to thrill.
Hancock - Hugely entertaining! Jason Bateman never makes a false move and a stellar Charlize Theron springs her own bolts from the blue…As for Will Smith, he’s on fire. There’s nothing like a star shining on his highest beams. You follow him anywhere.
The Wackness - Hilarious and heartfelt! A potently witty look at Giuliani Manhattan circa 1994. Josh Peck and Olivia Thirlby are terrific!
Tell No One - Hot-blooded, haunting and packed with the pleasures of the unexpected.
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson - A mesmerizing film. Johnny Depp narrates with just the right blend of awe and impertinence.
Hellboy II: The Golden Army - Hellboy II is a surprise package of fun and untamed imagination.
The Dark Knight - A thunderbolt is about to rip into the blanket of bland we call summer movies. Feverish action? Check. Dazzling spectacle? Check. Devilish fun? Check. Just hang on for a shock to the system. Every actor brings his “A” game to show the lure of the dark side. The haunting and visionary Dark Knight soars on the wings of untamed imagination.
American Teen - You’ll be totally riveted.
Frozen River - Wonderfully observed.
Pineapple Express - This is like if Superbad met Midnight Run and they had a baby, and then Pulp Fiction and True Romance met Freaks and Geeks and Undeclared and they had a ababy, and by some miracle those babies met – this would be the funny movie they birthed. It slaps a big, fat, goofy smile on your face that lasts for days. Hardcore hilarious and the movie also has a heart. You’ll go limp from laughing!
Bottle Shock - Hugely entertaining! There’s magic in it. Rickman is droll, dazzling perfection. Be on the lookout for Bottle Shock, it’s a winner.
Tropic Thunder - Think of all the ways you can hurt yourself laughing, as in fall down, split your sides, bust a gut, blow your mind. You get it all in Tropic Thunder, a knockout of a comedy that keeps you laughing constantly. It’s also killer smart, lacing combustible action with explosive gags. Major props to Ben Stiller.
Hamlet 2 - Comedy heaven! It’s Steve Coogan’s breakthrough star performance. He’s sensational. Catherine Keener is dazzling. Elisabeth Shue is hilarious playing herself. Amy Poehler has you laughing at hello.
Momma’s Man - An extraordinary movie in every way.
Trouble the Water - Indelible! Will pin you to your seat!
Burn After Reading - A crazy-quilt comic thriller! Brad Pitt is dynamite. George Clooney is hilarious. John Malkovich has never been funnier. His slow burn is priceless. Props to the freshly Oscar-ed Tilda Swinton. It would be no country for movie lover without the Coens.
Appaloosa - Thunderous action and nail-biting suspense…A potently actoed powerhouse that sticks in the mind and the heart. Harris and Mortensen make a knockout team. Appaloosa is gripping entertainment that keeps springing surprises
The Duchess - Keira Knightley scores a knockout…Impurely delicious…There’s a fire in her eyes that won’t be extinguished. Ralph Fiennes is superb.
Ghost Town - The fall movie season achieves comic liftoff with Ghost Town! Ricky Gervais is a master of deadpan hilarity. A comic hero. Tea Leoni is irresistible.
Rachel Getting Married - Rachel Getting Married holds you spellbound! Brimming with stinging laughs and tears, and swirling healing music. Jonathan Demme directs his best film in years. A funny, touching, vital script by Jenny Lumet. Anne Hathaway delivers an acting tour de force. Debra Winger, magnificent, is a volcano of repressed anger. Rosemarie DeWitt is superb…and a heartfelt Bill Irwin. Demme calls Rachel Getting Married a “home movie”. A home run is more like it. Hang on for an emotional powerhouse.
Ballast - Poetic & profound…The one indisputably great film at Sundance ’08
Religulous - Hellishly hilarious!
Flash of Genius - Greg Kinnear takes the star spot in Flash of Genius and rides it to glory. It’s a David-and-Goliath tale that recalls Frank Capra’s Mr. Smith Goes to Washington. Kinnear’s performance is worth cheering.
Body of Lies - A combustible spy thriller. Gritty action laced with simmering drama. DiCaprio’s in top form. Crowe is a live wire.
Happy-Go-Lucky - ***1/2 Heartfelt and hilarious! It’s more than a movie, it’s a gift.
Rocknrolla - Kickass!
W. - Josh Brolin is truly electrifying.
Pride and Glory - Searing, heartfelt and brutally honest.
Let the Right One In - It’s a winner! The two leads are dynamite and director Alfredson knows to to pin you to your seat. See it now before a Hollywood remake ruins it.
I’ve Loved You So Long - Kristin Scott Thomas is absolutely astounding! She gives on the best performances of this or any year. A stunning film! Secrets are revealed slowly, and Scott Thomas uses every nuance in her acting arsenal to register their impact.
Changeling - A mesmerizing film that burns in the memory. Angelina Jolie plays the role like a gathering storm, moving from terror to a fierce resolve. And Eastwood, at the peak of his artful powers, tightens the screws of suspense without ever forgetting where the heart of his film lies.
Zack and Miri Make a Porno - Zack and Miri is hysterical! Let the laughs begin! Seth Rogen and Elizabeth Banks are both terrific and bring out the sweet and spicy best in each other. They rock it!
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - It’s power sneaks up and floors you.
Role Models - Role Models is killer funny.
Soul Men - Soul Men is a chance to salute these masters of mirth and music. Take it!
Slumdog Millionaire - One of the year’s best films. What I feel for Slumdog Millionaire isn’t just admiration, it’s made love.
The Dukes - The Dukes is a gem, hilarious and heartfelt…
A Christmas Tale - ***1/2! Magic! A French knockout!
Milk - A total triumph! Brimming with humor and heart. If there’s a better movie around this year with more bristling purpose, I haven’t seen it. An American classic! Explosive. It will pin you to byour seat. Josh Brolin is simply astounding. Gus Van Sant’s best film.
Nobel Son - Pitch-perfect...Goes for the jugular!
Frost/Nixon - One of the year’s best. Frank Langella gives the performance of a lifetime as Nixon in a bone-deep tour de force. Director Ron Howard pulls it off in style.
Doubt - **** Expect fireworks! Doubt will pin you to your seat. The actors could not be better. Meryl Streep is unmissable and unforgettable. You may have doubts about which side to choose, but there’s no doubt about this mind-bender. It is explosive.
Gran Torino - Prime Vintage Eastwood.
Che - An experience you won’t forget…Benicio Del Toro gives a magnificent performance. No one who cares about organic film acting will want to miss it. He keeps you riveted.
Nothing But the Truth - A different kind of thriller, one with a mind and heart.
The Class - An extraordinary film. Fierce, funny, and moving. Truly unmissable.
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button - Sweeps you away…What David Fincher does is simply extraordinary. He fuses ferocity and feeling and creates a world you want to get lost in.
Revolutionary Road - Amazing. Raw and riveting. DiCaprio and Winslet are brilliant.
Last Chance Harvey - Richly funny and touching. It’s too good to resist.
Waltz with Bashir - Potent and profound! The movie grips you and won’t let go. Get ready to be knocked for a loop.

QUOTESCassandra’s Dream - Intense, an intelligently-written and directed crime drama with Woody Allen and the cast turning in top drawer work.
How She Move - The dancing will knock you clear out of the theater!
The Air I Breathe - Very compelling! Andy Garcia is a terrific villain! It’s the best work Sarah Michelle Gellar has done!
The Year My Parents Went On Vacation - Poignant!
Bonneville - You can’t ask for more!
The Other Boleyn Girl - A wonderful, dramatic and powerful saga of the dangers of absolute power. The cast is impeccable.
The Bank Job - Now this is the way to make a crime thriller! It’s slick, it’s lightning-fast, it’s the real deal!
Blindsight - One of the most inspiring films I’ve ever seen.
Sleepwalking - Gritty, powerful, slice of life film!
Priceless - Absolutely enchanting! A witty delight!
Planet B-Boy - The best part is we’re seeing how the dance united cultures and brought parents and children together…amazing! (...and Alison Bailes)
Stop-Loss - Stop-Loss should become what Coming Home was to Vietnam and The Best Years of Our Lives was to World War II.
Hats Off - A great story everyone will love. A delight.
Shine a Light - Brilliant! Bravo Scorsese! One of the most thrilling films of the year.
The Visitor - Terrific film…with surprising emotions.
Where in the World is Osama Bin Laden? - Funny & daring!
Constantine’s Sword - Astonishing!
Bra Boys - Absolutely incredible…A film to seek out.
Standard Operating Procedure - An extremely powerful experience.
Then She Found Me - An intelligent, tender, true-to-life drama, the kind we almost never see nowadays. A movie for adults with attention spans!
Roman de Gare - A beautifully-conceived and superbly-written and acted thriller! It manipulates you in a sly way you’ll love. The performances are perfect!
Fugitive Pieces - As beautiful and touching a movie as you’re going to see this year! The performances are carefully nuanced, and this is a rare spiritual journey.
Iron Man - A thrill-a-minute blockbuster!
The Fall - Astonishing.
The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian - Amazing! Prince Caspian is a thrilling adventure.
The Edge of Heaven - Fascinating!
The Children of Huang Shi - A film everyone should see. A remarkable, sweeping, deeply-absorbing epic. A true story of incredible courage.
Sex and the City - Delightful and surprisingly poignant. It’s witty and yes guys, you’ll love it too!
Stuck - Quirky, off-beat and shocking. Wonderfully acted.
Kung Fu Panda - The perfect way to kick off the summer!
When Did You Last See Your Father? - A beautiful movie! Colin Firth and Jim Broadbent are superb. One of the warmest and gentlest films in years.
Mongol - Sure to be one of the best films of the year.
Journey to the Center of the Earth - A superb family adventure!
Brideshead Revisited - Splendid! Dignified, powerful and everything any fan of a great movie would expect!
The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor - It’s about as good as a summer action, thrill-a-minute adventure movie gets.
Elegy - One of the most powerful, deeply emotional, and romantic dramas of this or any year. Oscar-worthy performances from Penelope Cruz and Ben Kingsley.
Vicky Christina Barcelona - One of Woody Allen’s finest films with bravura performances from its incredible cast. It’s sure to be one of the best films of the year.
Henry Poole Is Here - An absorbing, deeply moving film.
The Rocker - The Rocker is a delight! Rainn Wilson is hilarious and young Emma Stone gives of the best supporting performances in any comedy you’ll see all year. She’s a star to watch.
Traitor - An intelligent thriller.
Righteous Kill - Gritty, intelligent story.
What Just Happened? = A superb, witty look at Hollywood. DeNiro is perfect; Bruce Willis portrays himself hilariously.
Sex Drive - Hang on for a carload of laughs.
Pride and Glory - An intense, superbly acted, and riveting police drama.
Changeling - Riveting! Miss Jolie shows why she is one of the great actresses of her generation in this terrific true story, sure to be an Oscar contender.
The Matador - A thrilling look at Spain’s most passionate art!
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - It’s one of the best films of the year.
The Guitar - Amazing, deeply absorbing.
Bolt - A terrific Disney film for everyone. It’s one of the best animated films I’ve seen in years.
Doubt - Superb.
The Reader - One of the best pictures of the year!
What Doesn’t Kill You - An astonishing, true-to-life crime-drama with bravura performances.
Valkyrie - Mesmerizing! An intense, top-notch thriller! Tom Cruise gives one of the best performances of his career.
Last Chance Harvey - A poignant love story. Enormously entertaining.
Defiance - Extremely powerful.
Good - An extremely powerful World War II drama about a man at a crossroads, forced to make almost impossible choices between friendship and survival. It’s the best work Viggo Mortensen has done.

QUOTESFool’s Gold - Matthew McConaughey and Kate Hudson are this generation's most engaging on-screen couple.
Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins - Totally hilarious! Martin Lawrence has never been funnier!
Definitely, Maybe - A refreshingly cool, sophisticated and completely romantic film...
Vantage Point - Intelligent and intense.
Penelope - Wonderful! Delightful! Enchanting! Penelope is the most charming and irresistibly romantic movie you’ll likely see all year. I loved it.
Semi-Pro - Insanely funny! Will Ferrell delivers another winner.
Horton Hears a Who - **** An instant classic! It’s visually awesome, totally fun and tremendously entertaining.
Drillbit Taylor - Awesome! The freshest and funniest comedy in a long time.
Stop-Loss - Honest and brave.
Leatherheads - Classy.
The Strangers - You won't sleep for weeks. Unbelievably scary!
Get Smart - Funniest movie of the summer!
The House Bunny - Fabulous, fun and fresh! Anna Faris’ charm is infectious.
Ghost Town - Genuinely funny! Ghost Town is a sophisticated, witty and charming comedy.
Lakeview Terrace - Intense! Samuel L. Jackson is brilliant. ****! It grips you and never lets go.
Appaloosa - **** An American classic.
Eagle Eye - Electrifying! The most exhilarating movie of this year! Eagle Eye is an action packed thrill ride that puts the pedal to the metal.
Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist - ****!...Hilarious…An all out fun experience that will make you fall in love with the magic of movies.
The Express - One of the best movies of the year.
Sex Drive - It's Superbadder than any comedy this year.
The Secret Life of Bees - Magnificent! A movie experience everyone will love. One of the year's very best.
Twilight - ****! Epic! One of the best vampire movies ever. Sexy, stylish and altogether the coolest movie of the year.
Four Christmases - The funniest movie of the year. Vince Vaughn and Reese Witherspoon are terrific. The perfect holiday treat.

**********SHAWN EGO ALERT**********FROM THE COLUMN OF KANSAS CITY STAR’S HEARNE CHRISTOPHER (aka Shawn's Buttboy)Shawn Edwards' Movie Awards“The people who actually spend their money at the multiplexes get to vote. It’s not the critics groups that meet in a cave like Bin Laden and come up with all these choices that don’t match mainstream movie taste. We decided to let the people have their vote, because without them, Hollywood wouldn’t exist. Critics don’t drive Hollywood; people drive Hollywood.”

The Kansas City Star[/b]
“The quotes you read of mine, alongside Roger Ebert and all the top-notch critics, has totally helped my career as a film critic and my credibility,” Edwards says. It’s time someone took Edwards down a peg.

Help! Shawn Edwards Wants American IdolEdwards Responds To Variety’s Timothy Gray“Here's my deal. My job as a critic is to appreciate the whole spectrum of cinema. As a critic I'm allowed my opinion. I don't understand these guys. I think as a younger guy I have a wider appreciation for all types of film. I mean, everything is not going to be a ‘Citizen Kane.' But I've been quoted on two of the five movies nominated for best picture, too. So my taste can't be all that bad. I liked ‘White Chicks,' and that film did $75 million. I'm not ashamed. I also like ‘Million Dollar Baby' and ‘Ray.' But I don't like everything. I did not like ‘Sideways.'”

Edwards Quits KC Film Circle. Cites Jealousy On Members!“They're not trying to support the totality of cinema and a diverse viewpoint,” Edwards says. “To me it's nothing but a big clique of film geeks — that's why I resigned. I'm not going to be a part of that. I don't need to be a part of a group that supports negativity.” “If they want to fire arrows at me, that's fine, but I think they're firing arrows out of jealousy and envy,” Edwards counters. “If I like a movie or don't like a movie, fine, who cares? Why are they so concerned over what my views are? I don't understand what's been done that's wrong. I mean movies and quotes go together like 7-Elevens and Slurpees.”The Film Snobs Respond To Edwards

And Edwards Responds Back
“I give them credit, at least they're watching,” Edwards quips. “But obviously they didn't pay that close attention because we did a 10 worst (movies) last year and I didn't not like ‘Sideways,' I gave it a three (out of five).” (Editor’s Note: Upon review of the actual tape where Shawn reviews Sideways, he gives it a TWO out of five, NOT THREE!)

QUOTESFirst Sunday - It's hip...and...hilarious...
Untraceable - An electrifying, cat-and-mouse thriller.
Penelope - **** Enchanting, charming and hilarious…Penelope is simply irresistible.
Never Back Down - A total knockout! Sensational!
88 Minutes - Sensational...****...A must see.
Speed Racer - The creators of the Matrix trilogy have revolutionized moviemaking.
Lakeview Terrace - Samuel L. Jackson like you've never seen him before.
Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist - Smart
Twilight - Twilight is the movie to see over and over again.

QUOTESOver Her Dead Body - Eva Longoria (Parker’s) performance surpasses her beauty, and that’s hard to do.
Semi-Pro - A slam dunk!
Leatherheads - A sure hit!
Speed Racer - One of the most exhilarating movies you’ll ever see.
The Love Guru - Hilarious! One big laugh from beginning to end!
Henry Poole Is Here - An inspirational Story of Hope with an outstanding cast. This is one special movie!
Eagle Eye - A must-see
Beverly Hills Chihuahua - A wonderful family film!
Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist - A wild, coming of age comedy reminiscent of the early John Hughes films.
Yes Man - The best comedy of the year! Hilarious from start to finish. If you’re in for a big laugh say yes to Yes Man.

QUOTESFool’s Gold - Everything a romantic comedy should be!
Semi-Pro - Will Ferrellicious! You’ll laugh so hard you’ll dribble.
Made of Honor - The rare blend of hilarious and hot.
Speed Racer - Spectacular! Visually stunning. It will blow your mind.
Sex and the City - The best date movie of the summer!
Get Smart - Funny and smart. Steve Carell brings it!
The X-Files: I Want To Believe - Thrilling. Smart. Sexy. Chiling, engaging. You’ll be feeling this film long after you leave the theater.
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2 - Amazing, remarkable chemistry and better than the original!
The Duchess - This fall’s must-see film! Beautiful, breathtaking and fascinating throughout.
Pride and Glory - The most explosive cop drama in years. Brilliant in every way.
Zack and Miri Make a Porno - Fun and Hysterical! Zack and Miri is the best date movie of the season.
Soul Men - Hysterical! Bernie Mac is at his absolute best! Perhaps the best buddy picture ever!
Australia - Epic. Glorious. Unforgettable.
The Day the Earth Stood Still - Amazing! Mind-blowing!
Marley and Me - The perfect family film. The most loveable movie this season._________________Erik Childress
Online Film Critics Society / Chicago Film Critics Association
Nick Digilio - WGN Radio Chicago

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QUOTESCloverfield - This is what going to the movies is all about.
Be Kind Rewind - An instant classic! Jack Black is hilarious.
Horton Hears a Who - Horton is hilarious! Brilliant from top to bottom. Finally, Dr. Seuss as it was meant to be seen. The first movie to truly capture the magic of ‘The Seuss Imagination.’
Stop-Loss - Stop-Loss has the next generation of great actors. Intense and inspirational.
Bra Boys - One of the best documentaries of the year…An eye-opening experience.
Kung Fu Panda - The coolest kids comedy of the year.
The Happening - Sick. Twisted. Disturbing.
You Don’t Mess with the Zohan - Completely original, this is Adam Sandler doing what he does best. Zohan is a classic comedy character that audiences will love for years to come. The most bankable comedic star in Hollywood strikes again.
American Teen - A modern day Breakfast Club that will make you stand up and cheer.
Tropic Thunder - Hands down the funniest movie of the summer. Nothing's even close to Tropic Thunder.
The Rocker - The surprise comedy of the summer!
Burn After Reading - A hilarious comedy from an all-star ensemble cast! Smart, funny and original. Everything you want from the Coen Brothers.
Battle In Seattle - An all star cast that delivers one tremendous performance after another.
Miracle at St. Anna - One of the best films of 2008. A classic of epic and scope. Honest, powerful and inspiring, it’s one of Spike Lee’s best, and most important films.
Eagle Eye - It’s a definite must-see.
The Express - More than just a movie about football. It's an emotionally charged, inspiring story of a forgotten American hero.
Rocknrolla - One of the coolest films of the year! It explodes off the screen.
The Secret Life of Bees - A special film with a big heart.
Madagascar Escape 2 Africa - A great, fun family experience. I really love this movie.
The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - This is a movie that will remain with you for the rest of your life!
The Reader - One of the best pictures of the year!
Bedtime Stories - A lot of fun. See it.

QUOTESThe Babysitters - Makes Heathers seem tame.
Sex and the City - Sex and the City is wickedly funny…Definitely worth the wait!
Get Smart - You’ll be out of control with laughter. Crazy and irreverent. Steve Carell is perfect.
Journey to the Center of the Earth - Jaw-dropping, eye-popping family fun!
Ghost Town - No one does comedy better than Ricky Gervais.
Nights in Rodanthe - You won’t want to miss Nights In Rodanthe. It will make you want to fall in love.
Valkyrie - Simply Brilliant. Tom Cruise gives his best performance in years.
The Spirit - Scarlett Johansson is deliciously funny!_________________Erik Childress
Online Film Critics Society / Chicago Film Critics Association
Nick Digilio - WGN Radio Chicago

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QUOTESCloverfield - Brilliant! A true milestone! Cloverfield is a bold genre reinvention unlike anything we’ve ever seen. This is a towering movie!
Rambo - When the film knocks it up to that final gear Jesus will weep. And you will cheer!
Sex and Death 101 - …Brilliantly done…left me gasping for air laughing.
Mongol - Emotionally intimate yet on a vast scope and epic cinema landscape. Just great!
The Incredible Hulk - Every bit as good as Iron Man! The Incredible Hulk rules! Everything we’ve been hoping for.
WALL-E - Astonishing…awe-inspiring…brilliant…Wall-E is wildly entertaining and thought-provoking to literally all ages.
Hellboy II: The Golden Army - Fun.
Eagle Eye - Extraordinary! Dripping with paranoia, conspiracies and a story that is always a few steps ahead of the audience.
Role Models - Fun, filthy comedy!
Timecrimes - It’s absolutely fantastic. Elegant, tight and brilliant with no loose ends – a perfect film._________________Erik Childress
Online Film Critics Society / Chicago Film Critics Association
Nick Digilio - WGN Radio Chicago

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QUOTESThe Strangers - Hands down, the scariest movie I have ever seen! It will terrify you and mess you up.
Eagle Eye - Eagle Eye leaves you with a chilling paranoia long after you leave the theater. Heart-stopping.
Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist - Fun

QUOTESThe Spiderwick Chronicles - The unbelievable is believable!
Baby Mama - Filled with surprises and laughter.
Iron Man - It’s a blast!
Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull - The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull is a spectacular winner. Mysterious caves, crashing waterfalls and a lost city of gold!
Kung Fu Panda - Kung fun! The excitement and animated ingenuity are inescapable. Brilliant animation and engaging characters.
Get Smart - A comic convulsion. Get Smart had me beside myself laughing.
WALL-E - Out-of-this-world comedy. Smart, classy and funny.
The Dark Knight - The Dark Knight is dazzling. A superlative achievement.
The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor - Thrilling! A mighty, marvelous movie.
Traitor - Don Cheadle is riveting.
The Duchess - Keira Knightley rises to her finest performance. Opulent, erotic, dramatically wrenching.
Eagle Eye - It’s a mile-a-minute thriller.
What Just Happened? - A crackling comedy. One of my favorite movies this year. What a cast, what performances, what fun!
Madagascar Escape 2 Africa - It’s time for a good time!
The Tale of Despereaux - The joy of this holiday season. A delight for the eye, a thrill for the spine, a laugh for the belly, a message for the heart, a bonbon for children and a captivating pleasure for adults.
Revolutionary Road - Absolutely outstanding.

QUOTESGet Smart - A laugh a minute. Get Smart is a summer smash.
Burn After Reading - A comedic masterpiece! The Coen Brothers have outdone themselves. Brad Pitt is hysterical.
Righteous Kill - The two best actors alive at the top of their games, with a twist at the end that will blow you away. ****!
Flash of Genius - A terrific film with an Academy Award winning performance by Greg Kinnear. (Note: It has now been changed to "worthy" and not "winning".)
The Express - Fantastic. One of the best sports movies I’ve seen.
W. - Forget your politics, Oiver Stone leads an incredible cast in a film that is both riveting and passionate.
Valkyrie - Spine-tingling…Superbly cast with an engrossing performance by Tom Cruise.
Defiance - A gripping film. The resolve of the human spirit is shown brilliantly.

QUOTESSpeed Racer - (1) A visual masterpiece. Great entertainment. (2) Speed Racer is a thrilling film…a great family story.
Meet Dave - Eddie Murphy is at his best in this very funny family comedy full of heart, wit and captivating fun.
Space Chimps - A family charmer that’s out of this world!
Fly Me To The Moon - A wonderful out of this world 3D adventure for kids of all ages.

According to the Film Advisory Board WebsiteJanet Stokes has been the President of several advertising agencies, an Advertising and Publicity Director for two corporations, Publisher of a newspaper, Production Designer, Art Director and Set Designer for the entertainment industry, a Concept Designer and Show Designer of Theme Parks and promoted several singers.

She graduated from a famous Art School, a trained graphic designer and illustrator, schooled in architectural design, she has written articles for newspapers, is a judge for the Academy of Television Arts and Science and has received recognition for her works of excellence in both advertising and entertainment._________________Erik Childress
Online Film Critics Society / Chicago Film Critics Association
Nick Digilio - WGN Radio Chicago

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